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Brad M. Micklin's approach and experience has led him to be an award winning attorney having received numerous awards and accolades. Brad recently received an award from the American Institute of Family Lawyers as one of the 2015 Top Ten Best Lawyers in the area of client satisfaction. Brad was published as a "Top Lawyer in New Jersey" in 2014 by the Legal Network for having the highest ethical standards and professional excellence. Brad was the recipient of the Martindale Hubble "Client Distinction Award" for excellence in quality of service in 2013 and 2014. He also received Avvo's "Excellent Rated Attorney" for excellent professional conduct and experience three years in a row: 2012, 2013, and 2014.
Brad M. Micklin, Esq. is an attorney concentrated in family law, divorce, and child custody matters for men and fathers. He has been in practice for over 22 years and is licensed to practice law in New Jersey. He has represented clients in all facets of family law litigation including divorces, custody battles, domestic violence trials, D.Y.F.S. custody cases, name changes, child support matters and appeals in both state and federal courts. Additionally, Mr. Micklin has extensive background and experience in civil and probate litigation including commercial practice and litigation, corporate and limited liability company formation, bankruptcy matters, mediation and arbitration. He has also represented clients before the Internal Revenue Service. He has handled income tax audits, offers in compromise, tax abatement and elimination applications and many other income-tax based appeals.
Languages spoken
Spanish
The Micklin Law Group
187 Washington Avenue
Suite 2F
Nutley, NJ, 071102704
The Micklin Law Group
28 Valley Road
Suite 1
Montclair, NJ, 07042
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Retired | 1997 | 05/28/2022 |
NJ | Active | 1997 | 02/28/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
AVVO.com | 2015 Excellent Rated Attorney | 2017 |
Top Lawyer, Honorable Member | Trademark Who's Who | 2017 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
2015 Client Satisfaction Award | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Premier 100 Designation | American Academny of Trial Attorneys | 2015 |
2014 Client Distinction Award | Martindale Hubble | 2014 |
2014 Excellent Rated Attorney | AVVO.com | 2014 |
Top 100 Lawyers | The National Advocates | 2014 |
Top Lawyer in New Jersey | The Legal Network | 2014 |
Lead Counsel Rated | Lead Counsel | 2014 |
2013 Excellent Rated Attorney | AVVO.com | 2013 |
2013 Client Distinction Award | Martindale Hubble | 2013 |
2012 Excellent Rated Attorney | AVVO.com | 2012 |
New Jersey's Network of Distinguished Attorneys | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Pro Bono Representation | Partners for Women and Justice | 2008 - Present |
Managing Partner | The Micklin Law Group | 2001 - Present |
Attorney Member | Trial Inn of Court | 2004 - 2004 |
Attorney | Safe House Domestic Violence Shelter | 2003 - 2006 |
Attorney Member | Bankruptcy Inn of Court | 2003 - 2004 |
Associate | David Kessler & Associates, LLC | 1998 - 2001 |
Law Secretary | Superior Court of New Jersey | 1997 - 1998 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New Jersey State Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2006 - Present |
American Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2000 - Present |
Essex County Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2000 - Present |
Trial Lawyers of America | Honorary Chairman | 2003 - 2004 |
Bergen County Social Services Organization | Board of Trustees | 2001 - 2002 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Expert Beacon | Advice For Men Wanting Full Custody Of The Kids In a Divorce | 2015 |
Expert Beacon | Keep Divorce From Ruining The Children’s (And Parent’s) Holidays | 2015 |
Expert Beacon | How to Deal with an Angry, Revengeful Spouse During a Divorce | 2015 |
Divorce Magazine | Are There Any Questions I Need To Ask My Lawyer About Alimony in New Jersey? | 2015 |
Expert Beacon | How to Protect Yourself in Divorce When There Are Valuable Assets | 2014 |
Expert Beacon | Be Proactive When Navigating Child Custody During Divorce | 2014 |
Martindale | Unique Elements to Military Divorce | 2012 |
Martindale | And You Thought It Was Good That Your Spouse Left The Country… | 2012 |
Divorce Resource Blog | How To Handle High Conflict Custody Cases | N/A |
Expert Beacon | Modifying a Divorce Decree for Child Custody or Child Support | N/A |
Expert Beacon | Prepare Yourself When You Decide It Is Time For a Divorce | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Widener University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1996 |
Temple University | Bachelor of Arts | 1993 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Alimony modification | The ex-wife was required to raise the fact that she intended to seek an increase in alimony but was forced to concede that she had no medical information to support the claim. |
Custody battle | Our application was granted. The client received joint legal custody and extended parenting time. |
Emergency relocation | The judge entered an order the same day that we met with the client and prohibited the mother from moving to Florida with their child. |
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Brian Freeman, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 26, 2018
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Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Mar 6, 2018
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Brian Freeman, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 26, 2018
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Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Mar 6, 2018
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Elena Vlady, Family Attorney on Feb 26, 2018
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Abiola Adesioye, Family Attorney on Nov 17, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer as an excellent attorney
Donald Quinn, Family Attorney on Nov 13, 2017
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Mr. Micklin is an award winning attorney having received numerous awards and accolades. For those reasons I believe he is an asset that has been recognized in his community.
Victoria Clemans, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 12, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Micklin is a valuable asset on Avvo and to his clients. He has an excellent rating and dedicates himself to being the best. Family law is not easy, and he is up for the task!
Deanna Benjamin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 12, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. He provides thorough advice on Avvo.
Frank Marciano, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 23, 2017
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Brad is a tough but fair adversary. His office staff is top notch and responsive. We had a difficult case and throughout the process we worked together for an agreement that both Parties understood was fair. I heartily recommend Brad as a divorce attorney.
Walter Hnot,, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
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Brad is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Unknown Attorney on Jan 25, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.
Andrew Alex, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 17, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
David Schwaner, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 16, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Micklin is highly regarded in his field.
Richard Weltman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 2, 2015
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As a New York and New Jersey business bankruptcy and litigation attorney, I recommend Brad Micklin without hesitation to clients in need of his services. . Brad is a high-caliber family law and estates attorney, well respected in the legal community.
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Clay, Family Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Micklin. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.
Andrew Shaw, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 8, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Luther Jones, Family Attorney on Jul 21, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Brad was aggressive yet professional. I look forward to working with him again.
Brian Goldenfarb, Family Attorney on May 29, 2015
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As an attorney, Brad is very highly regarded. He works hard, is intelligent and truly fights for his clients. He understands the needs of his clients and knows his way around a courtroom. He treats his clients with respect, and not a number. I would certainly recommend this attorney.
D. Michael Phillips, Family Attorney on May 20, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Micklin's track record of accomplishments speaks volumes about his dedication to his clients and his skill as an attorney.
Jeffrey Kerstetter, Family Attorney on May 13, 2015
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I endorse Mr. Micklin without reservation. Years of sharing the Avvo boards with him has allowed me to view both his extensive knowledge of family law as well as the zealous nature of his advocacy on behalf of his clients.